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20 Back-to-School Essentials

The kids are off to college and while they're there to learn, they'll also be doing some fix-up jobs (which is also a learning experience). Here's a pre-semester shopping list of dorm or apartment essentials every student needs. Then take a trip to your local True Value -- it'll save your student from turning a butter knife into a screwdriver.

Set of screwdrivers (slotted and Phillips head) or a multi-bladed screwdriver
Hammer
Poster putty or 3M Command Adhesive
Adjustable wrench and pliers
Storage totes, organizers and laundry basket
Hangers
Toaster (if permitted)
Alarm clock
Iron
Duct tape -- 1001 uses and essential for repairs
Padlocks -- so they go home with everything they brought
Lamp
Flashlight and plenty of batteries for all those electronics
6-outlet electrical strip for computers and electronics
Retractable utility knife cuts open everything, including care packages from home
Broom & mop -- because even college kids need to clean up (usually right before mom and dad visit)
Trash bags
Bug spray (in case they're sharing their new home with unwanted guests)
Cordless drill with bits for projects and repairs that crop up
Plastic toolbox to hold everything